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– 1 egg
– 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Topping:
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Steps
Follow these simple steps to prepare your Cheesy Zucchini Lasagna Bake:
Step 1: Prepare the Zucchini
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the zucchinis lengthwise into thin strips. Place the zucchini slices on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for about 10 minutes or until slightly tender.
Step 2: Make the Tomato Sauce
In a saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 3: Prepare the Cheese Filling
In a bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped fresh basil, and chopped fresh parsley.
Step 4: Assemble the Lasagna Bake
In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on the bottom. Arrange a layer of roasted zucchini slices on top of the sauce. Spread a layer of the cheese filling over the zucchini. Repeat these layers until you run out of ingredients, finishing with a layer of tomato sauce on top. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the final layer.
Step 5: Bake and Serve
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Let the lasagna bake cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Variations
There are endless possibilities to customize your Cheesy Zucchini Lasagna Bake. Here are a few variations you can try:
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